Scilit

Scilit is a free academic search engine that indexes scholarly literature. It aims to provide broad access to research publications across various disciplines. The platform aggregates information from numerous sources, including open access repositories, publisher websites, and research institutions.

The search engine allows users to discover research papers, conference proceedings, patents, and other scholarly content. Its features include keyword searching, filtering by publication date, subject area, and document type. Scilit also provides links to full-text articles when available, facilitating direct access to research.

Scilit is developed by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. It is designed to support researchers, students, and academics in their information retrieval needs by offering a comprehensive and accessible repository of scientific information. The platform continuously expands its index to cover a wide range of academic fields, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge.